Dog therapy for treating depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether spending time with therapy dogs can help adults with depression who are in the hospital. It aims to see if animal-assisted therapy improves mood and reduces symptoms of depression.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are currently in the hospital for depression treatment and are there voluntarily.
- You have a diagnosis of depression based on standard criteria.
- You have moderate to severe depression symptoms (a score of 11 or higher on a depression scale).
- You are not afraid of dogs and do not have a known allergy to dog fur.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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